Shopping For Two

From high-end boutiques to local super-stores, the Tri-State area offers baby gear and maternity shopping options for every style, sensibility, and budget. To help expectant and new parents shop in the savviest way, we turned to some of our favorite local retailers to get the scoop on what they love right now!

24-30 Union Square East
babiesrus.com
Baby Gear Trend: “One of the biggest trends we’re seeing this year is an expanded awareness of the ‘two-year rear-facing rule’ as it pertains to car seats… The CDC/AAPA currently recommends that infants remain rear-facing in their car seats for at least two years, a policy that four states currently have in place as law (CA, OK, PA, NJ). There are a number of other states (including NY) that have proposed a two-year rear-facing law in the past year.” –Babies“R”Us Spokesmom
Hot Product: Chicco Fit2 Infant & Toddler Car Seat, $279.99

73 Sherwood Avenue, Farmingdale, NY
behrsfurniture.com
Nursery Trend: “White has been the standard color at Behr’s for decades, yet gray has become increasingly popular for nursery furniture. It’s neutral and can be used for boys and girls. Customers are also investing in quality pieces and purchasing a transition kit which allows a crib to be turned into a full-sized bed, so the furniture grows with the child.” –Neil Harris, Design Director
Hot Product: Evolur Aurora Crib, from $599.99

488 5th Avenue, Brooklyn
lullabybaby.com
Baby Gear Trend: “I have seen a surge in interest in minimalist baby goods. Consumers are searching for high-quality products that serve many purposes and are built to last.”
–Kayla Kramer, CEO
Hot Product: Stokke Home Crib, from $699

376 Court Street, Brooklyn
sproutsanfrancisco.com
Baby Gear Trend: “At Sprout, we are noticing a continued interest in baby wearing. Wearing a baby in a carrier helps the baby feel close to its parents and also gives the parents free hands to do other things! Many moms are loving the new Solly Baby Wraps which come in beautiful colors and patterns.” –Suzanne Price, CEO & Founder
Hot Product: Solly Baby Wrap in Fig, $65

272 Driggs Avenue, Brooklyn & 464 Bergen Street, Brooklyn
wildwasmama.com
Baby Gear Trend: “We’re seeing more and more manufacturers designing soft-structured baby carriers that have adjustable straps that can be crossed on the wearers back! This is because parents are more experienced with wrap-style carriers these days that also cross in the back, and are craving that same comfy back support from their structured carriers as well.” –Adriane Stare, Owner
Hot Product: The Ergobaby ADAPT Baby Carrier, $145

1201 Lexington Avenue
yummymummystore.com
Maternity Trend: “One trend that we’ve seen with maternity and nursing apparel is the demand for items that fit the three Fs—flattering, functional, and, most importantly, fashionable. New and expectant moms need comfortable clothing that accommodates their changing figure but they don’t want to have to give up their style, and they no longer have to.” –Amanda Cole, Founder
Hot Product: Loyal Hana Cybelle Shirt Dress, $105